Searching for property to buy in Kensington needn’t be a chore
If you’re on the hunt for a property to buy in the Kensington area why not kick start your search by registering with the 8 principle Estate Agents in the area using our contact form. The simple form will provide the listed agents with your requirements so that they can contact you whenever a suitable property comes on to the market. Just hit the ‘Get Registered’ button above.
A few tips on buying a property in Kensington
Getting registered with the main local agents is a great first step but to be at the front of the queue when that dream property becomes available you need to be what the agents consider a ‘hot buyer’. To be classed as a hot buyer you need to have your finances in place, be pro-active when a new property becomes available and be decisive.
For more information on this topic read our article 'Become a Hot Buyer'
The easy way to sell a property in Kensington
If you are thinking of selling a property in Kensington and would like to request a free valuation save time by completing a simple valuation request form that is sent to the selected agents with a single click. Just tick the boxes next to the agents you would like to contact and click the "Request a Free Valuation" link above.Advice on using an Estate Agent to sell your Kensington property
Most people request valuations from 3 or 4 local agents before deciding the price at which to market their property and which agent they will instruct. The general rule is to select agents that are familiar with property prices in your part of Kensington and have the knowledge and experience that you require. Once you’ve had a good look around the listed agents’ websites use the "Request a Free Valuation" single e-mail service above to make the appointments.For more detailed advice read our article "Which Agents to Value?"
Information on Kensington
Kensington is one of London’s most affluent areas and is located in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. It is bordered by Notting Hill to the North, Knightsbridge to the East, Earl’s Court to the South and Shepherd’s Bush to the West.
There is a mixture of housing in the area, with many Victorian mansion blocks, as well as Georgian houses on some of the side streets. The heart of Kensington is Kensington High Street, a fashionable area that is considered to be one of the best shopping streets in London. Kensington is also home to a number of famous London museums and concert halls, including The Victoria and Albert Museum, The Natural History Museum and the Royal Albert Hall.
There are a number of tube stations around the area. High Street Kensington is on the Circle and District Line, while Gloucester Road and South Kensington are on the Circle, District and Piccadilly Lines. All these stations are in zone 1.